I know the patch just hit recently, but I'd still like to share my thoughts on the Brits and some suggestions I have for the faction.
The suggestions are designed to address the following:
- Bolster and its massive powerspike
- Lack of mid-game build diversity
- Lack of viable indirect fire options
Constructive criticism and discussion would be welcome.
Bolster Section
Bolster makes British infantry extremely cost-effective, even against upgraded Axis infantry. By delaying this upgrade until the late game, the British player will have to invest in munitions-based weapon upgrades to remain competitive against upgraded Axis infantry in the mid game. This also reinforces the British theme of having a powerful late-game arsenal.
- Now requires Company Command Post
My suggestions would be:
IS cost down to 260, bolster now per squad upgrade taking 1 weapon slots.
Available option:
1 medic entity that give the heal option
1 entity with a scoped enfield gives the pyro upgrade now has a timed ability similar to pathfinder critical shots, take all weapon slots.
1 entity
Vickers .303 HMG
One issue with the Vickers .303 HMG is that it does not suppress as effectively as other HMGs. To alleviate this issue, it is getting an increased burst duration. This increases its effectiveness while also giving it a unique strength.
- Burst duration from 2.75 to 4.5 (+64%)
Vickers simply get a timed ability similar to maxim they are both water cooled weapon anyway. Some adjument to damage might be needed.
Platoon Command Post
The Valentine tank is being moved to the Platoon Command Post to diversify British build orders. While the AEC remains the anti-vehicle option, the Valentine will be a generalist that is better at anti-infantry.
- Unlock 40mm Bofors replaced with Unlock Valentine Tank
Valentine Mk. XI
The Valentine is intended to be a generalist with no utility. The damage increase is designed to increase AoE damage and thus its effectiveness against infantry. The reload nerf lowers its overall anti-vehicle firepower. The speed nerf solidifies its role as mainly anti-infantry, as it is now too slow to chase after other light vehicles. However, it is certainly able to hold its own, with a bigger health pool, armor capable of deflecting Puma shots, and a gun comparable to that of the Churchill Mk. VII.
- Damage increased from 120 to 160 (+33%)
- Reload increased from 5/5 to 7/7 (+40%)
- (Originally the tank had 1440 DPM, now it has 1370 DPM. The AEC has 1870 DPM)
- Health from 480HP to 560HP (+80)
- Speed from 7 to 6
- Observation removed
- Concentrated Sexton Barrage removed
- Sexton Creeping Barrage removed
The AOE profile will need allot of adjustment since it was designed for 80 damage. (it already needs).
Imo the unit should be redesigned as an infatry support tank with less penetration and damage output (currently has the same penetration as AEC) but higher durability. Armor could go up and also have the ability to fire smoke rounds.
40mm Bofors Emplacement
After removing this from the Platoon Command Post, allowing it to unlock alongside the 17-prd seems reasonable. Also giving both survivability buffs to make them slightly more usable because emplacement counters are so powerful. The Bofors gets a small sight bonus to self-spot (to a limited degree) and do its job of destroying infantry before they can fire back.
- Unlocks upon completing Company Command Post tech
- HP of both Bofors and 17-prd increased to 1200 (from 1000/900)
- Bofors sight increased from 35 to 40.
Bofors already gets sight with veterancy.
Emplacement simply need a redesign that includes bleed and some sort crew or interaction.
For instance their performance is lower if they do not have garrison, the get a ability to auto-repair costing manpower or munition and so on.
Royal Artillery
Royal Artillery is currently a meta commander due to the call-in Valentine. After removing the Valentine from this commander, giving it a powerful indirect fire option and linking Concentration Barrage with Sextons would keep this commander a viable choice.
- 2CP Call-in: M21 Mortar Halftrack (Same as USF version)
- 3CP Concentration Barrage now also activates Sextons
The valentine can be simply replaced by a artillery commander upgrade providing the abilities of valentine currently has to any vehicle above UC.
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cblanco ★ 
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